Category: Community News
Support for Seniors During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedent crisis affecting all Canadians and putting many at risk due to isolation, job loss and poverty. Demands on community support programs are growing rapidly...
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United Way Partners with Guelph Community Foundation to support the COVID-19 Community Response Fund
MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE United Way Partners with Guelph Community Foundation to support the COVID-19 Community Response Fund Organizations working together to support the most vulnerable Tuesday March 31,...
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COVID-19 Community Response Fund
Thursday March 19, 2020, Guelph — Today, United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin is asking our community to help support the most vulnerable, as we continue to support community and social...
Read More2020 Dr. William Winegard Volunteer Awards – Nominations Open
The Dr. William Winegard Exemplary Volunteer Involvement Awards recognize significant community involvement and charitable activities beyond what an individual does as an employee or student of the University. Further, they...
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No One Left Behind
In December 2018, the City of Guelph’s Mayor Cam Guthrie announced his plans to establish a Mayor’s Task Force to address issues of homelessness, addictions, and community safety. The goal...
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Former Chief of Police to Lead 2019 United Way Campaign
MEDIA RELEASE Former Chief of Police to Lead 2019 United Way Campaign Jeff DeRuyter announced as United Way Campaign Chair Guelph, Ontario, April 8, 2019. Former Chief of the...
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Media Release: City, partners fund homelessness initiatives
City, partners fund homelessness initiatives Task Force projects will begin this year Guelph, Ont., March 7, 2019– Three projects identified by the Mayor’s Task Force on homelessness and community safety...
Read MoreNominations open for the 2019 Winegard Awards
The Dr. William Winegard Exemplary Volunteer Involvement Awards recognize significant community involvement and charitable activities beyond what an individual does as an employee or student of the University. Further, they...
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We’re hiring a Summer Student!
United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin is hiring a Community Investment & Marketing Assistant to help with preparations for the upcoming 2018 fundraising campaign. This position is partially funded by Canada...
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